Apigenin

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Apigenin
Apigenin
IUPAC name 5,7-dihydroxy-2-
(4-hydroxyphenyl)-4H-
1-benzopyran-4-one
Identifiers
CAS number [520-36-5]
SMILES OC1=C(C(C=C(C3=CC=C(O)
C=C3)O2)=O)C2=CC(O)=C1
Properties
Molecular formula C15H10O5
Molar mass 270.23 g/mol
Melting point

345-350 °C

Except where noted otherwise, data are given for
materials in their standard state
(at 25 °C, 100 kPa)

Infobox disclaimer and references

Apigenin is a flavone that is the aglycone of apiin, isolated from parsley and celery, and apigetrin. It is a yellow crystalline solid that has been used to dye wool.

[edit] References

  • Merck Index, 11th Edition, 763.
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